1. We accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and give Him first place in our lives. Our
first allegiance is to Jesus, following Him with love and integrity, and serving Him with
devotion.
"If you confess with your lips that
Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be
saved." Romans 10:9
2. We accept the Holy Bible as God's inspired word for our lives. We not only treasure the
Bible, we study it and teach from it. We choose to accept its truths, trust its promises,
and are guided by the values and judgments the Living God has placed in it.
"Thy word is a lamp to my feet and a
light to my path." Psalm 119:105
3. Our faith relationship with Jesus Christ is personal, but never private. For us, to be
Christians is to be a part of God's family. We are committed to faithfully caring for and
encouraging one another, as brother and sister Christians, in our Christian walk and
service.
"As we have opportunity, let us do
good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith. " Galatians 6:10
4. We believe God has given his family members talents, resources, and abilities to be
used to benefit and bless the church and community we want to serve and win for Christ. We
are committed to investing and using our God-given gifts in service and ministry that will
honor our Savior and be a blessing to others.
"God gives a great variety of gifts
for us to use for the common good." I Corinthians 12:7
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